GODAVARI RIVER MARATHON 2026 – BHADRACHALAM

GODAVARI RIVER MARATHON 2026 – BHADRACHALAM

The Godavari River Marathon 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, 6 December 2026, at Bhadrachalam, Telangana. Organized by the Society for Telangana Runners, this unique running event offers participants an opportunity to experience a scenic riverside running route along the iconic Godavari River. As part of the Telangana Multi-Terrain Grand Slam 2026–27, the marathon brings together runners and fitness enthusiasts through four race categories: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Timed Run and 5K Fun Run/Walk. The event combines endurance, adventure and the natural beauty of Bhadrachalam.

EVENT OVERVIEW

Event Name: Godavari River Marathon 2026
Date: Sunday, 6 December 2026
Venue: Near Haritha Hotel (Tentative)
Location: Bhadrachalam, Telangana
Organizer: Society for Telangana Runners
Event Type: Riverside Running Event
Series: Telangana Multi-Terrain Grand Slam 2026–27
Reporting Time: To be announced
Event Start: To be announced
Event Finish: To be announced

CHOOSE YOUR CHALLENGE

42.2K Full Marathon

Distance: 42.2 km
Registration Fee: ₹1,400
Format: Timed Marathon
Timing Chip: Included

21.1K Half Marathon

Distance: 21.1 km
Registration Fee: ₹900
Format: Timed Half Marathon
Timing Chip: Included

10K Timed Run

Distance: 10 km
Registration Fee: ₹600
Format: Timed Run
Timing Chip: Included

5K Fun Run / Walk

Distance: 5 km
Registration Fee: ₹300
Format: Non-Timed Fun Run / Walk

CURRENT REGISTRATION FEES

42.2K Full Marathon: ₹1,400
21.1K Half Marathon: ₹900
10K Timed Run: ₹600
5K Fun Run / Walk: ₹300

RACE-DAY SCHEDULE

Reporting Time: To be announced
Race Flag-Offs: To be announced
Event Start: To be announced
Event Finish: To be announced

START & FINISH POINT

Start Point: Near Haritha Hotel, Bhadrachalam (Tentative)
Finish Point: To be confirmed
Location: Bhadrachalam, Telangana

WHAT PARTICIPANTS RECEIVE

Official Race T-Shirt
Finisher Medal
Timed BIB
E-Certificate
Hydration and Aid Stations
Post-Race Refreshments
Medical Support

TIMING & RESULTS

The 42.2K Full Marathon, 21.1K Half Marathon and 10K Timed Run categories include timing arrangements. The 5K Fun Run/Walk is a non-timed participation category. Participants will receive a timed BIB for the applicable competitive categories.

AGE CATEGORIES

42.2K Full Marathon: To be confirmed
21.1K Half Marathon: To be confirmed
10K Timed Run: To be confirmed
5K Fun Run / Walk: To be confirmed

BIB & KIT COLLECTION

Date: Saturday, 5 December 2026 (Planned)
Venue: To be announced
Collection Time: To be announced

AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Winner Awards: To be confirmed
Finisher Medal
E-Certificate
Official Race Results

WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?

The event welcomes beginners, experienced runners, marathon enthusiasts and fitness lovers. Participants can choose between the 5K Fun Run/Walk, 10K Timed Run, 21.1K Half Marathon and 42.2K Full Marathon according to their fitness level and running experience.

WHY PARTICIPATE?

Experience a beautiful riverside running route along the Godavari.
Challenge yourself with four exciting running distances.
Run across scenic roads and natural trail sections.
Be part of the Telangana Multi-Terrain Grand Slam.
Explore the cultural and natural beauty of Bhadrachalam.
Connect with runners from across the country.
Experience a unique combination of running, adventure and tourism.

ORGANIZER

Society for Telangana Runners

IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION

The Godavari River Marathon 2026 is the third event in the Telangana Multi-Terrain Grand Slam 2026–27. The running route starts in Bhadrachalam, crosses the Godavari River bridge and continues through Karakatta along riverside stretches. The course features a combination of tarmac roads and natural mud-road trails.

Participants will receive a race T-shirt, finisher medal, timed BIB, e-certificate, hydration support, aid stations, post-race refreshments and medical support. The final route map, aid station details, race timings and BIB collection arrangements will be announced by the organizer.